Researcher delves into origins of ‘Newfie’ and why it’s so contentious

“Newfie” is a contentious word among Newfoundlanders. One researcher in Ontario has made it his mission to get to the bottom of the term’s historical meaning and the emotional sting behind it. NTV’s Leila Beaudoin reports.

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